What is the cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe?

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe?

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Scunthorpe via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Falkirk and Scunthorpe is 285 miles. The road distance is 260.6 miles.

How do I travel from Falkirk to Scunthorpe without a car?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £50 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Scunthorpe train from?

Falkirk to Scunthorpe train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Where does the Falkirk to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Falkirk to Scunthorpe train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Scunthorpe is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Falkirk to Scunthorpe.

How do I get a train ticket from Falkirk to Scunthorpe?

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 301+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Falkirk to Scunthorpe - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Falkirk to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
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1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh WaverleyDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DoncasterEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 47m
£51–178
Bus, train via Sheffield
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes StreetX38
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpe
8h 49m
Drive 259.1 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Scunthorpe259.1 mi
4h 37m
£65–93
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
6h 21m
£76–214
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes StreetX38
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
7h 38m
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
6h 31m
£65–212
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
4. Take the train from Doncaster to Scunthorpe
6h 52m
£116–342
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
6h 24m
£90–301

Falkirk to Scunthorpe by train

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 283.1 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Falkirk, Scotland and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Scunthorpe via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster in around 4h 47m.

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